Interest check on Shure KSE1500. Less than 50 hours on them… really don’t have time to use them. Aside from dust these are in great condition. Will take pics later if there’s interest. Thanks.

All I have to say is straight out of an iPhone 5 I hear a significant difference! The only other high end IEM I can compare them to is the ES3x and for a universal it more than holds its own! Looking forward to the sound with a better portable source.

Looks like it's official: Rega Research Limited Looks like they went with Burr Browns instead of Wolfson 8741 ...

Quote: Originally Posted by majkel It depends on the meaning of word "accurate". For me their shortened decay and soundstage lacking natural perspective feeling is not accurate. The 4 against 5 stars marking is honest. The HD800 are quite correct sounding headphones but it's not a...

Quote: Originally Posted by Acix lol, it's not a belief, it's a fact! The 800 have the transparency and the dynamic that the K701/2 have, with more low mid, so people think they have more bass. The 800 it's a combination between the 650 and the 701/2, but more on the 701 side. they...

Quote: Originally Posted by tigon_ridge Any specific reason why you decided to choose the ES3X over the hugely popular (overnight, may I add) JH13 Pro? I guess since Westone isn't 100% dedicated to custom IEM manufacturing as JHA it's no surprise that JHA is taking over this...

Quote: Originally Posted by powertoold From the size of the JH13's drivers, I see no reason why a universal 6-driver IEM won't come out in the next year or two. Hmmmmm "Power of suggestion".... considering JH monitors this thread..

Quote: Originally Posted by davidhunternyc Funny, my brother has been living his whole life by this motto. So much so, that he is now heading for divorce. He forgot the other motto, "you play, you pay" *cough* Prenup *cough*

The rule very simple: "ask for forgiveness not permission"

Quote: Originally Posted by seehee2k For me the reporduction of high and low frequencies is far more convincing. Overall there's some lack of precision I expect from a premium custom. After some comparism with the UM3x I came to the conclusion that there's not such a big difference to...

Sorry, no offense intended. I guess it's like any other headphone, either you love it or hate it. Lord knows I spent enough time defending the K70x's..

First I would like to say THANKS to Todd for giving me the opportunity to participate in the loaner program!! I was supposed to have it for 2 weeks, and it wound up actually being 3, . The third week came in handy, it gave me a chance to give it a final listen, after becoming more familiar with...

Quote: I think this disconnect occurs because they sense a paradox, analytical clarity and revealing dynamics on an unprecedented scale, on the one hand, and this unexpected warmth on the other. I kinda get what you're saying, but for me that's WAY to much effort to put into...

Thanks for the review! Your post reminds me of my findings with a couple of 'Police' tracks I was familiar with, the music came across lifeless\bland ... Also, it reminded me of the HD600 (but a MUCH BETTER version - details,air...etc), which I thought was due to my lack of experience regarding...

^^ I would say that's a fair enough statement. After I had a chance to demo a pair, I came to the conclusion if you like the K701, then you'll love the HD800.

Ask It: Sennheiser HD 800 Controversy | AVguide Quote: I’m more in the camp that likes, but doesn’t love, the HD 800. I believe that has little to do with flaws in the HD 800, and much to do with what I want a headphone to do. I want a headphone to provide an alternative listening...

I usually try not to get caught up in the FOTM, but I have been lurking around this thread for a while and I must say that I am borderline ready to pull the trigger! Unfortunately (?) I recieved the ES3X 1 week BEFORE the JH announcement!! I never thought I would be a in position to own TWO...

I assume that was before Steve Hoffman settled on an ALO modded K701 paired with a Woo amp? Seems his opinion changed some.... (well for personal listening, of course)

Ok, how did this turn into a HD800, K70x, et. al. is greater than everything thread? The OP asked a valid question and I think it would be appropiate for people with ACTUAL experience to add their advice! The moderator(s) need to step in and do their job!! BTW: I have heard both...

Very true.... The K702 will show what's going on in the recording mix, as well as upstream components. In my particular setup, I could FEEL the bass impact from the K702s, especially while listening to Christian McBride on the Mccoy Tyner CD. The K702s are not going to produce thumping bass from...

^^ x2 Do objective (and subjective) listening. Hell, I decided to stick it out with my lowly K702s, after a listen, but that was based on a value judgement.

Quote: I'd also like to know how you have them situated on your head. Your ears should be in the middle but slightly closer to the front, and the headphones need to be rotated with the headband angled more towards your forehead. If you get all this right, you will hear the soundstage and...

Quote: Originally Posted by olblueyez Its just a gag. BANSTICK!!!BANSTICK!!!BANSTICK!!!BANSTICK!!!BANSTI CK!!! *kiddin* ..I know, it was pretty damn funny! did ya know the fleshlights come in custom molded designs? Okay, this is going waaaaaaaaay off topic!

Quote: Originally Posted by tigon_ridge "Almost the same" may be the difference between a great fit and an "oh my god I can hear my wife snoring in the next room" fit. Unless you plan on dropping 40+ pounds. Dramatic weight-loss or gain can have an impact on fit. I asked both my...